1765 Apparel Co · American-Made
A Republic, If You Can Keep It — Franklin 1787
September 1787. The Convention doors open, and a question is waiting. What have we got, Doctor — a republic or a monarchy? Franklin's answer has hung...
The Story Behind the Shirt
September 1787. The Convention doors open, and a question is waiting. What have we got, Doctor — a republic or a monarchy? Franklin's answer has hung over this country ever since: "A republic — if you can keep it." Not a gift. A charge. Every generation since has had to answer it, and yours is no exception.
On the back: Independence Hall in fine copperplate engraving, the answer set in a ribbon banner above it and the condition beneath. On the chest: the original 1765 A Co. mark in our founder's own hand. Browse the whole patriotic line, made in USA.
Built like a conviction: printed on the Bayside 5100 — 100% US-grown cotton, spun, knit, cut, and sewn on American soil, then printed to order in the USA. Dirt to shirt, no exceptions. Veteran-owned. Est. 1765.
- Dirt to ShirtCotton grown, spun, knit & sewn on American soil.
- Veteran-OwnedFounded by a combat veteran — a continuation of an oath.
- Printed to OrderPressed in the States when you order. Built to last.
Size & Fit
Heavyweight Bayside 5100 — 6.1 oz, 100% U.S.-grown cotton, true dirt-to-shirt. Front & back print.
Fit: classic unisex cut that runs true to size. Prefer a relaxed, lived-in drape? Order one size up.
| Size | Chest width | Body length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18 | 26 |
| M | 20 | 28 |
| L | 22 | 29 |
| XL | 24 | 30 |
| 2XL | 26 | 31 |
| 3XL | 28 | 32 |
Shipping & Returns
Made to order and shipped from the U.S., typically within 5–7 business days. Free U.S. shipping over $55. 30-day returns on unworn items — no restocking fee (customer covers return shipping).
Care
Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not iron directly on the print. Made to outlast a decade of wear.